H.J.Res. 140 · 119th Congress · Public Law 119-85
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to Public Land Order No. 7917 for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties, MN.
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Signed April 27, 2026 · Introduced January 12, 2026 in the House
Sponsor: Rep. Pete Stauber (R-MN-8) · 4 cosponsors (4 R)
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Official title
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to Public Land Order No. 7917 for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties, MN.
Official summary (Congressional Research Service) · as public law
This joint resolution opens approximately 225,504 acres of National Forest System lands in Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties in Minnesota to mineral and geothermal leasing. Specifically, the joint resolution nullifies Public Land Order 7917, which withdrew such land from mineral and geothermal leasing for 20 years beginning in 2023. The Bureau of Land Management issued the order to protect and preserve the Rainy River Watershed, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness Mining Protection Area, and the 1854 Ceded Territory of the Lake Superior Chippewa from potential adverse effects of mineral and geothermal exploration and development. The joint resolution removes such protections and allows such land to be leased for the exploration and development of minerals and geothermal energy.
How it became law
- IntroducedJan 12
- Committee—
- House—
- SenateApr 16
- SignedApr 27
As introduced: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to Public Land Order No. 7917 for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties, MN.
Key steps, cosponsors and text changes (16)
Sponsor
HouseReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Introduced in House
- Text: Introduced in House
1 section
HouseOn passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 208 (Roll no. 38). (text: CR H1147)
- Text: Engrossed in House
1 section, no changes
SenateReceived in the Senate, read twice.
- Text: Received in Senate
1 section, no changes
SenateMotion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 49. Record Vote Number: 83. (CR S1790)
SenateMotion to table the point of order that the measure is not entitled to expedited procedures under the Congressional Review Act agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 48. Record Vote Number: 82.
SenatePassed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 49. Record Vote Number: 84.
HousePresented to President.
- Text: Enrolled Bill
1 section, no changes
Became Public Law No: 119-85.
Signed by President.
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Sponsor
HouseReferred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Introduced in House
- Text: Introduced in House
1 section
HouseRules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1009 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359 and H.J. Res. 140. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359, and H.J. Res. 140 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each measure.
HouseOn passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 208 (Roll no. 38). (text: CR H1147)
HouseConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1156-1157)
HousePOSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.J. Res. 140, the Chair put the question on passage of the joint resolution and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Huffman demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
HouseThe previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
HouseDEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 140.
HouseRule provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359 and H.J. Res. 140. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359, and H.J. Res. 140 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each measure.
HouseConsidered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1009. (consideration: CR H1147-1155)
HouseRule H. Res. 1009 passed House.
- Text: Engrossed in House
1 section, no changes
SenateReceived in the Senate, read twice.
- Text: Received in Senate
1 section, no changes
SenateMeasure laid before Senate by motion.
SenateMotion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 49. Record Vote Number: 83. (CR S1790)
SenateMotion to table the point of order that the measure is not entitled to expedited procedures under the Congressional Review Act agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 48. Record Vote Number: 82.
SenatePoint of order that the measure is not entitled to expedited procedures under the Congressional Review Act raised in Senate. (CR S1780)
SenatePassed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 49. Record Vote Number: 84.
SenateConsidered by Senate. (consideration: CR S1807-1812)
HousePresented to President.
- Text: Enrolled Bill
1 section, no changes
Became Public Law No: 119-85.
Signed by President.
Source: GovInfo bill status and text versions. 4 cosponsors.
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Sponsor: Rep. Pete Stauber (R-MN-8)
- Rep. Nicholas Begich (R-AK-0)
- Rep. Brad Finstad (R-MN-1)
- Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL-13)
- Rep. Celeste Maloy (R-UT-2)
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